絵え銭ぜに

noun

toy coin (Edo period)

Historical term for decorative or play coins used during the Edo period, not legal tender.

• 江え戸ど時じ代だいの絵え銭ぜには、子こどもの遊あそびや縁えん起ぎ物ものとして使つかわれた。

  Edo-period toy coins were used for children's play and as good-luck charms.